

Hi, I'm Joella! With 18 years of dedicated experience as a Nurse Practitioner, I bring a wealth of clinical expertise and a deeply compassionate approach to mental health care. As a Florida native, I am committed to serving my community by offering flexible access to care, including evening and weekend hours, to ensure that support is available when you need it most.
My journey in healthcare is rooted in a dual-certification that allows me to view wellness through both a physical and emotional lens.
Family Nurse Practitioner: Graduated from Frontier University in 2008. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner: Completed post-master’s certification at Florida State University in 2021.
Throughout my career, I have worked across diverse settings—including inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and private practice. This broad experience ensures that I can navigate a wide range of mental health needs with confidence and precision.
I'm a passionate, encouraging, and humorous therapist connecting well with diverse clients. Living with ADHD and Lupus, I offer a unique perspective and deep empathy. My experience spans domestic violence support, battering intervention, community education, youth services, inpatient care, community mental health, substance use treatment, and private practice. I use my experiences to guide individuals with high-profile careers toward a more peaceful and purposeful life.
I am a bilingual (English/Japanese) licensed mental health counselor and have over 10 years of experience helping people unpack old unwanted patterns while building a more empowered mind. I had the privilege to work extensively with active duty Marines and Sailors and their family members in the last six years. Now I am ready to work with clients utilizing the knowledge and skills I acquired through serving people who served our country facing life and various emotional challenges.


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